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For owners in Canada—The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the pres- ence of a lower connector system. If your child restraint system has a top strap, the installation of the top strap, see “—Using a top strap (for third seats)” on page 155
in this Section.) For installation details, refer to the instruc- tion manual equipped with each product.

it should be anchored. (For

Canada only

Type B

CAUTION

D When using the lower anchorages for the child restraint system, be sure that there are no irregular ob- jects around the anchorages or that the seat belt is not caught.

D Push and pull the child restraint system in different directions to be sure is secure. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer.

it

D After securing

the child restraint

system, never recline the seat.

D Do not put a child restraint system on the third seat if it interferes with the lock mechanism of the second seats. Otherwise, the child or front (or second) seat occupant(s) may be killed or seriously in case of sudden braking or a colli- sion.

injured

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SECTION 1− 4

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Steering wheel and Mirrors Tilt and telescopic steering wheel Outside rear view mirrors Anti−glare inside rear view mirror Auto anti−glare inside rear view mirror Vanity mirrors

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Tilt and telescopic steering wheel

Outside rear view mirrors—

CAUTION

D Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishan- dle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries.

D After adjusting the steering wheel, try moving it up and down or for- ward and rearward to make sure it is locked in position.

To adjust the steering wheel position, push down the lock release lever. Then tilt the steering wheel to the desired angle, push or pull it to the desired steering column length and pull up the lock release lever.

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Adjust the mirror so that you can just see the side of your vehicle in the mir- ror. Be careful when judging the size or dis- tance of any object seen in the outside rear view mirror on the passenger’s side because it is a convex mirror. Any object seen in a convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than when seen in a flat mirror.

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—Power rear view mirror control

in “AUTO” mode,

Vehicles with the auto anti−glare inside rear view mirror—On some models, when the inside rear view mirror surface dark- ens the outside rear view mirror surface also darkens to re- duce the reflection of the headlights of the vehicle behind you. (For details, see “Auto anti−glare inside rear view mirror” on page 167 in this Section.) On some models, when you push the rear window defogger switch, the heater panels in the outside rear view mirrors will quick- ly clear the mirror surface. (See “Rear window and outside rear view mirror de- foggers and windshield wiper de−icer” on page 184 in Section 1−5.)

CAUTION

D Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death or serious inju- ries.

D On some models, since the mirror surfaces can get hot, do not touch them when the defogger switch is on.

Type A

Type B

To adjust a mirror, use the switches. 1. Master switch—To select the mirror to

be adjusted Push (right).

the switch to “L” (left) or “R”

2. Control switch—To move the mirror

Push the switch in the desired direc- tion.

Mirrors can be adjusted when the engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position. Vehicles with the driving position memory system—The position of the outside rear view mirrors and driver’s seat can be memorized. For details, see “Driving posi- tion memory system” on page 65 in Sec- tion 1−3.

NOTICE

If ice should jam the mirror, do not operate the control or scrape the mir- ror face. Use a spray de−icer to free the mirror.

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—Folding rear view mirrors

The rear view mirrors can be folded backward for parking in compact areas. Type B only—Mirror can be folded when the engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position. Position 1—To fold the mirrors. Position 2—To return the mirrors back to their original positions. The rear view mirrors can be also folded by pushing backward.

CAUTION

Type A

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Type B

D To avoid personal

mirror malfunction, do not the mirror while it is moving.

injury and any touch

D Do not drive with the mirrors folded backward. Both the driver and pas- senger side rear view mirrors must be extended and properly adjusted before driving.

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Anti−glare inside rear view mirror

Auto anti−glare inside rear view mirror

CAUTION

Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the ve- hicle and an accident may occur re- sulting in death or serious injuries.

Adjust the mirror so that you can just see the rear of your vehicle in the mir- ror. To reduce glare from the headlights of the vehicle behind you during night driving, operate the lever on the lower edge of the mirror. Daylight driving—Lever at position 1
The reflection in the mirror has greater clarity at this position. Night driving—Lever at position 2
Remember that by reducing glare you also lose some rear view clarity.

Adjust the mirror so that you can just see the rear of your vehicle in the mir- ror. This mirror is equipped with auto anti− glare function. The function is designed to reduce glare from the headlights of the vehicle behind you during night driving. When the engine switch is turned on, the inside rear view mirror always turns on in the automatic function mode. The indicator illuminates to show you that the function is on.

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Vanity mirrors

to reduce

In automatic function mode, if the mirror detects light from the headlights of the the mirror surface vehicle behind you, darkens slightly the reflected light. To turn off and on the automatic function, push the switch. Adjust it before driving so that the rear view is in the best condition. When the inside air temperature is low, it may take a little longer for the mirror to darken the detection of headlights.

in response

to

CAUTION

Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the ve- hicle and an accident may occur re- sulting in death or serious injuries.

To ensure correct functioning of anti− glare mirror sensors located on both sides of the mirror, do not touch or cover the sensors with your finger or a piece of cloth, etc.

To use the vanity mirrors, swing down the sun visor and open the cover. On vehicles with the vanity lights, the light will come on when you open the cover. VANITY LIGHTS CUT OFF OPERATION When the engine switch is turned off and vanity light stays lighting on, the light will cut off automatically after 20 minutes.

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You can cancel the cut off operation by: D Turning the engine switch to the “ACC”

position.

D Opening or closing any of

front and

sliding doors.

D Turning off all the “ON” lights. All the lights are cut off when all the side doors and back door are locked by key or wireless remote control transmitter. The engine switch must be turned off.

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SECTION 1− 5

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Lights, Wipers and Defogger Headlights and turn signals Headlight beam level control Emergency flashers Instrument panel light control Front fog lights Front personal lights Rear personal lights Luggage compartment light Engine (ignition) switch light Exterior foot lights Windshield wipers and washer Rear window wiper and washer Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers and

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windshield wiper de−icer

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Headlights and turn signals (without automatic light control system)

the

tail,

license plate,

HEADLIGHTS To turn on the following lights: Twist the headlight/turn signal lever knob. Position 1—Parking, side marker and instrument panel lights On some models— For Canada—The tail light indicator lights up in the instrument cluster. Position 2—Headlights and all of above On some models— For lights up in the instrument cluster. Automatic light cut off system Position 1— The lights automatically turn off when the driver’s door is opened with the engine switch in the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. Position 2— The lights automatically turn off after 30
seconds when all the side doors and back door are closed with the engine switch in the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.

the U.S.A.—The headlight

indicator

lights automatically

time before the headlights

If the lock switch of the wireless remote control transmitter is pushed when all the side doors and back door are already locked, turn off the immediately. The turn off can be changed. For details, contact your Toyota dealer. To turn them on again, turn the engine switch to the “ON” position or actuate the headlight switch. If you are going to park for over one week, make sure the headlight switch is off.

NOTICE

To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the lights on for a long period when the engine is not running.

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Daytime Running Light (DRL) system (all models sold in Canada and some models sold in U.S.A.) The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. The DRL system can be helpful in many differ- ent driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. The DRL system will make the headlights come on when: D The engine switch is on with the en-

gine running.

D The knob is in the “OFF” position or

position 1.

D The parking brake is released. To turn off the DRL system, twist the knob to position 2 or turn the engine switch off.

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High−Low beams—For high beams, turn the headlights on and push the lever away from you (position 1). Pull the lever to- ward you (position 2) for low beams. The headlight high beam light indicator (blue light) on the instrument panel will tell you that the high beams are on. Flashing the high beam headlights (position 3)—Pull the way back. The high beam headlights turn off when you release the lever. You can flash the high beam headlights with the knob turned to “OFF”.

the lever all

TURN SIGNALS To signal a turn, push the headlight/ turn signal lever up or down to position 1. The engine switch must be in the “ON” position. The lever automatically returns after you make a turn, but you may have to return it by hand after you change lanes. To signal a lane change, move the lever up or down to the pressure point (position 2) and hold it. If the turn signal indicator lights (green lights) on the instrument panel flash faster than normal, a front or rear turn signal bulb is burned out.

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Headlights and turn signals (with automatic light control system)

tail,

license plate,

HEADLIGHTS To turn on the following lights: Twist the headlight/turn signal lever knob. Position 1—Parking, side marker and instrument panel lights On some models— For Canada—The tail light indicator lights up in the instrument cluster. Position 2—Headlights and all of above On some models— For lights up in the instrument cluster. Position 3 (“AUTO”)—Headlights and/or all of the lights in position 1
They automatically turn on or off depend- ing on the darkness of the surroundings. Manually twist the knob to the position 2
to turn on the headlights if they are need- ed immediately when entering a dark tun- nel, parking structure, etc.

the U.S.A.—The headlight

indicator

the

top of

the driver’s side

The automatic light control sensor is on the instrument panel. Do not place anything on the instrument panel, and/or do not affix anything on the windshield to block this sensor. If you feel that the automatic light control comes into operation too early or too late, have the sensor adjusted by your Toyota dealer. Automatic light cut off system Position 1 or position 3 with the tail lights on— The lights automatically turn off when the driver’s door is opened with the engine switch in the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.

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lights automatically

Position 2 or 3 with the headlights on— The lights automatically turn off after 30
seconds when all the side doors and back door are closed with the engine switch in the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. If the lock switch of the wireless remote control transmitter is pushed when all the side doors and back door are already locked, turn off the immediately. The turn off can be changed. For details, contact your Toyota dealer. To turn them on again, turn the engine switch to the “ON” position or actuate the headlight switch. If you are going to park for over one week, make sure the headlight switch is off.

time before the headlights

NOTICE

To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the lights on for a long period when the engine is not running.

Daytime Running Light (DRL) system (all models sold in Canada and some models sold in U.S.A.) The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. The DRL system can be helpful in many differ- ent driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. The DRL system will make the headlights come on when: D The engine switch is on with the en-

gine running.

is

D The knob

“OFF” position, position 1 or position 3 with the tail lights on.

the

in

D The parking brake is released. To turn off the DRL system, twist the knob to position 2 or position 3 with the head- lights on, or turn the engine switch off.

High−Low beams—For high beams, turn the headlights on and push the lever away from you (position 1). Pull the lever to- ward you (position 2) for low beams. The headlight high beam light indicator (blue light) on the instrument panel will tell you that the high beams are on. Flashing the high beam headlights (position 3)—Pull the way back. The high beam headlights turn off when you release the lever. You can flash the high beam headlights with the knob turned to “OFF”.

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Headlight beam level control

TURN SIGNALS To signal a turn, push the headlight/ turn signal lever up or down to position 1. The engine switch must be in the “ON” position. The lever automatically returns after you make a turn, but you may have to return it by hand after you change lanes. To signal a lane change, move the lever up or down to the pressure point (position 2) and hold it. If the turn signal indicator lights (green lights) on the instrument panel flash faster than normal, a front or rear turn signal bulb is burned out. 176

To adjust the headlight beam level, turn the dial. The following list shows examples of prop- er dial settings. For loading conditions oth- er than those listed, adjust the dial posi- tion so that the beam level is the same as the one obtained according to the list when only the driver is in the vehicle. The higher the number of the dial position, the lower the headlight beam level. Always keep the headlight beam at the proper level, or your headlights may dazzle other road users.

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Emergency flashers

Loading condition and dial position

Loading conditions

Variations

7−passenger

models

8−passenger

models

Driver only, or Driver + one passenger in the front seat

Driver + one passenger in the front seat and all passengers in the second seat

All passengers

All passengers + full luggage loading to the luggage compartment

Driver + full luggage loading to the luggage compartment

flashers,

turn on

the emergency

To push the switch. All the turn signal lights will flash. To turn them off, push the switch once again. Turn on the emergency flashers to warn other drivers if your vehicle must be stopped where it might be a traffic hazard. Always pull as far off the road as pos- sible. The turn signal light switch will not work when the emergency flashers are operat- ing.

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Instrument panel light control

Front fog lights

NOTICE

To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the switch on longer than necessary when the en- gine is not running.

To adjust the brightness of the instru- ment panel lights, turn the knob. On some models, with the knob turned fully clockwise, the intensity of the instru- ment panel lights will not be reduced even when the tail lights/headlights are turned on.

To turn on the front fog lights, twist the band of the headlight and turn sig- nal switch lever. They will come on only when the headlights are on low beam.

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Front personal lights

To turn on the front personal lights, operate the personal light main switch. The lights can be turned on or off by pushing each lens when the personal light main switch is in the “DOOR” or “OFF” position. The personal light main switch has the following positions: “ON”—Keeps the light on all the time. “OFF”—The lights can be turned on or off by pushing each lens. “DOOR”—Turns the light on when any of the side doors or back door is opened.

Personal light main switch

ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM Door linked operation—When the switch is in the “DOOR” position and any of the side doors or back door is opened, the light will come on. After all the side doors and back door are closed, the light re- mains on for about 15 seconds before fading out. Engine switch linked operation—When the switch is in the “DOOR” position, and the engine switch is turned to “LOCK”, the light will come on. The light remains on for about 15 seconds before fading out. When any of the side doors and back door is unlocked using either the key or the wireless remote control transmitter, the light will come on and remain on for about 15 seconds before fading out. However, in the following cases, the light goes off immediately. D All the side doors and back door are closed when the engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.

D All the side doors and back door are

closed and locked.

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Rear personal lights

The following adjustments can be made in this system. For details, contact your Toyota dealer. D Cancelling the door key or the wireless remote control transmitter linked opera- tion

D Cancelling the engine switch linked op-

eration.

D Changing the duration of lighting To prevent the battery being discharged, the lights will automatically turn off when the key is removed and the door is left opened with the switch at the “DOOR” position for 20 minutes or more.

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Personal light main switch

is

To turn on the rear personal lights, op- erate the personal light main switch. The lights can be turned on or off by pushing each lens when the personal light main switch in the “DOOR” position. The personal light main switch has the following positions: “ON”—Keeps the light on all the time. “OFF”—Turns the light off. “DOOR”—Turns the light on when any of the sliding doors or back door is opened. To prevent the battery being discharged, the lights will automatically turn off when the key is removed and the door is left opened with the switch at the “DOOR” position for 20 minutes or more.

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Luggage compartment light

Engine (ignition) switch light

luggage compartment To turn on the light, push luggage compartment the light switch upwards. The light turn on when the personal light main switch is in the “ON” or “DOOR” position. The personal light main switch has the following positions: “ON”—The light turns on when the lug- gage compartment switch is pushed up- wards. “OFF”—Turns the light off. “DOOR”—Turns the light on when the lug- gage compartment switch is pushed up- wards and any of the sliding door or back door is opened. The light goes off when both the sliding doors and back door are closed. To prevent the battery being discharged, the lights will automatically turn off when the key is removed and the door is left opened with the switch at the “DOOR” position for 20 minutes or more.

For easy access to the engine switch, the engine switch light comes on when any of the side doors and back door is opened or when the engine switch is turned to the “LOCK” position. The light remains on for about 15 seconds after all the side doors and back door are closed. However, in the following cases, the light goes off immediately. D All the side doors and back door are closed when the engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.

D All the side doors and back door are

closed and locked.

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D The doors are locked via the driver’s

door key cylinder.

D The doors are locked via the switches either inside the driver’s or front pas- senger’s door.

transmitter,

remote control

When any of the side doors or back door is unlocked using either the key or the wireless the light will come on and remain on for about 15 seconds before fading out. The following adjustments can be made in this system. For details, contact your Toyota dealer. D Cancelling the door key or the wireless remote control transmitter linked opera- tion

D Changing the duration of lighting To prevent the battery being discharged, the light will automatically turn off when the key is removed and the door is left opened for 20 minutes or more.

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light will come on when

The the side doors and back door are unlocked simulta- neously using either the key or the wire- less remote control. This light remains on for 15 seconds before fading out when any door is opened, and additional 15
seconds after all the side doors and back door are closed. However, in the following cases, the light goes off immediately. D Doors are locked with wireless remote

control.

D The selector lever is put in a position other than “P” with the engine switch on.

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Windshield wipers and washer

To turn on the windshield wipers, move the lever to the desired setting. The engine switch must be in the “ON” position.

Lever position

Speed setting

Position 1

Position 2

Position 3

Intermittent

Slow

Fast

For a single sweep of push the lever up and release it.

the windshield,

the band upward

With interval adjuster: The band lets you adjust the wiping time interval when the wiper lever is in the intermittent position (position 1). Twist to increase the time between sweeps, and downward to decrease it. To squirt washer fluid, pull the lever toward you. If the windshield wipers are off, they will operate a couple of times after the washer squirts. For instructions on adding washer fluid, see “Adding washer fluid” on page 539 in Section 7−3. In freezing weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before using the washer. This will help prevent fluid from freezing on your windshield, which can block your vision.

the washer

NOTICE

Do not operate the wipers if the wind- shield the glass.

It may scratch

is dry.

When waxing your vehicle, make sure that the washer nozzles do not become blocked. If a nozzle becomes blocked, contact your Toyota dealer to have the vehicle serviced.

NOTICE

If a nozzle becomes blocked, do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.

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Rear window wiper and washer

Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers and windshield wiper de−icer

For instructions on adding washer fluid, see “Adding washer fluid” on page 539 in Section 7−3.

NOTICE

z Do not operate the rear wiper if the rear window is dry. It may scratch the glass.

z Do not lift the rear wiper arm away from the window, as it may break.

To turn on the rear window wiper, twist the lever knob upward. The engine switch must be in the “ON” position.

Lever position

Speed setting

Position 1

Position 2

Intermittent

Normal

To squirt washer fluid on the rear window, twist the knob upward or downward as far as it will go (position 3 or 4). The knob automatically returns from these positions after you release it. The rear window wip- er operates while the washer squirts.

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To defog or defrost the rear window, push the switch. The engine switch must be in the “ON” position. The thin heater wires on the inside of the rear window will quickly clear the window surfaces. An indicator light will illuminate to indicate the defogger is operating. On some models, the rear view mirror defoggers and/or the windshield wiper de− icer is also operating simultaneously by this switch. Vehicles with the outside rear view mirror defoggers, the heater panel in the outside rear view mirrors will quickly clear the surfaces. Vehicles with the wind- shield wiper de−icer, the windshield wiper blades will be de−iced.

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NOTICE

When cleaning the inside of the rear window, be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or connec- tors.

Push the switch once again to turn the defoggers off. The system will automatically shut off af- ter the defoggers have operated about 15
minutes.

CAUTION

Vehicles with outside rear view mirror defoggers, since the mirror surfaces can get hot, do not touch them when the defogger switch is on.

turn

Make sure you the defoggers off when the surfaces are clear or the wiper blades have de−iced. Leaving the defog- gers on for a long time could cause the battery to discharge, especially during stop−and−go driving. The defoggers are not designed for drying rain water or for melting snow. If the outside rear view mirrors are heavi- ly coated with ice, use a spray de−icer before operating the switch.

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SECTION 1− 6

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuel gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tachometer Odometer and two trip meters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers

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Low fuel level warning light

Type A

Low fuel level warning light

Type B

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Engine coolant temperature gauge

indicates

The gauge the approximate quantity of fuel remaining in the tank when the engine switch is on. Nearly full—Needle at “F” Nearly empty—Needle at “E” It is a good idea to keep the tank over 1/4 full. The needle moves when braking, acceler- ating or making turns. This is caused by the movement of the fuel in the tank. If the fuel level approaches “E” or the low fuel level warning light comes on, fill the fuel tank as soon as possible. On inclines or curves, due to the move- ment of fuel in the tank, the fuel gauge needle may fluctuate or the low fuel level warning light may come on earlier than usual. If the fuel tank is completely empty, the malfunction indicator lamp comes on. Fill the fuel tank immediately. The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

Type A

Type B

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Tachometer

The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature when the engine switch is on. The engine operating temperature will vary with changes in weather and engine load. If the needle moves into the red zone, your engine is too hot. If your vehicle overheats, stop your vehicle and allow the engine to cool. Your vehicle may overheat during severe operating conditions, such as: D Driving up a long hill on a hot day. D Reducing speed or stopping after high

speed driving.

D Idling for a long period with the air conditioning on in stop−and−go traffic.

D Towing a trailer.

NOTICE

z Do not remove the thermostat

in the engine cooling system as this may cause the engine to overheat. The thermostat is designed to con- trol the flow of coolant to keep the temperature of the engine within the specified operating range.

z Do not continue driving with an overheated engine. See “If your ve- hicle overheats” on page 470 in Section 4.

The tachometer indicates engine speed in thousands of rpm (revolutions per minute). Use it while driving to select correct shift points and to prevent en- gine lugging and over−revving. Driving with the engine running too fast causes excessive engine wear and poor fuel economy. Remember, in most cases the slower the engine speed, the greater the fuel economy.

NOTICE

Do not let the indicator needle get into the red zone. This may cause severe engine damage.

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Odometer and two trip meters

This meter displays the odometer and two trip meters. 1. Odometer—It shows the total distance

the vehicle has been driven.

3. Trip meter reset knob—Resets the two trip meters to zero, and also change the meter display. To change the meter display, quickly push and release the knob. The meter display changes in the order from the odometer to trip meter A to trip meter then back B, the odometer each time you push. To reset the trip meter A to zero, dis- play the meter A reading, then push and hold the knob until the meter is set to zero. The same process can be applied for resetting the trip meter B.

to

2. Two

trip meters—Show

two different distances independently driven since the last time each trip meter was set to zero. You can use one trip meter to calculate the to measure the distance on each trip. All trip meter data is cancelled if the elec- trical power source is disconnected.

fuel economy and

the other

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Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers

If the indicator or buzzer comes on...

Do this.

(a)

(b)

(c)

(d)

(e)

(f)

(g)

or

(indicator and buzzer)

If parking brake is off, stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer.

(indicator and buzzer)

Fasten driver’s seat belt.

Fasten front passenger’s seat belt.

Stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer.

or

Take vehicle to Toyota dealer.

Low fuel level warning light

Fill up tank.

Stop and check.

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If the indicator or buzzer comes on...

Do this.

(h)

(i)

(j)

(k)

(l)

(m)

(n)

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or

Take vehicle to Toyota dealer. If brake system warning light is also on, stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer.

Close all doors.

Take vehicle to Toyota dealer immediately.

Take vehicle to Toyota dealer.

Adjust tire inflation pressure. If the light comes on after blinking for 1 minute, contact Toyota dealer.

Add washer fluid.

Replace engine oil.

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If the indicator or buzzer comes on...

Do this.

Check if third seat operation is completed.

(o)

(p)

(q)

Third seats warning light and buzzer

Check if an object is caught between third seat and seatback and/or between third seat and floor. If nothing is caught, contact Toyota dealer.

Dynamic laser cruise control master warning light

Check condition according to warning code. If system malfunctions, contact Toyota dealer.

Key reminder buzzer

Remove key.

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(a) Brake System Warning Light and

Buzzer

A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not indicate a problem.

(b) Driver’s Seat Belt Reminder Light

and Buzzer

This light comes on in the following cases when the engine switch is in the “ON” position. D When the parking brake is applied... This light comes on for a few seconds when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position even after the parking brake is released. If the vehicle speed rises above 5 km/h (3 mph) with the parking brake applied, a buzzer sounds. D When the brake fluid level is low...

CAUTION

It is dangerous to continue driving normally when the brake fluid level is low.

Have your vehicle checked at your Toyota dealer in the following case: D The light does not come on even if the parking brake is applied when the en- gine switch is in the “ON” position.

D The

light does not come on initially even if the engine switch is turned on with the parking brake released.

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CAUTION

If either of the following conditions occurs, immediately stop your vehicle at a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. D The

light does not turn off even after the parking brake is released while the engine is running. In this case, the brakes may not work properly and your stopping distance will become longer. De- press the brake pedal firmly and bring the vehicle to an immediate stop.

D The brake system warning light re- mains on together with the “ABS” warning light. In this case, not only the anti−lock brake system will fail but also the vehicle will become extremely un- stable during braking.

light

reminder

The light and buzzer act as a reminder to buckle up the driver’s seat belt. Once the engine switch is turned to “ON”, the flashes and buzzer sounds if the driver’s seat belt is not fas- tened. Unless the driver fastens the belt, the light continues flashing and the buzzer sounds for about 6 seconds. If the vehicle speed rises above 20 km/h (12 mph) with the seat belt unfastened, the buzzer will sound for about 10 sec- onds. Then, if the seat belt is still unfas- tened, the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 20 seconds. Even if the vehicle speed drops below 20 km/h (12 mph), the buzzer will continue to sound. To stop the buzzer, fasten the seat belt. If the buzzer still sounds, make sure the front passen- ger’s seat belt is fastened.

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(c) Front Passenger’s Seat Belt Re-

minder Light and Buzzer

The light and buzzer act as a reminder to have the front passenger buckle up the seat belt. Once the engine switch is turned to “ON”, the reminder light flashes if a passenger sits in the front passenger seat and does not fasten the seat belt. Unless the front passenger fastens the belt, the light con- tinues flashing. If the vehicle speed rises above 20 km/h (12 mph) with the seat belt unfastened, the buzzer will sound for about 10 sec- onds. Then, if the seat belt is still unfas- tened, the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 20 seconds. Even if the vehicle speed drops below 20 km/h (12 mph), the buzzer will continue to sound. To stop the buzzer, fasten the seat belt. If the buzzer still sounds, make sure the driver’s seat belt is fastened. If luggage or other load is placed on the front passenger seat, depending on its weight, the reminder light may flash and buzzer may sound.

(d) Charging System Warning Light This warning the light comes on when engine switch is turned to the “ON” posi- tion, and goes off when is started. When there are problems in the charging system while the engine is running, the warning light comes on.

the engine

NOTICE

When the charging system warning light comes on while the engine is running, malfunctions such as the en- gine drive belt being broken may have occurred. If the warning light comes on, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.

(e) Malfunction Indicator Lamp This lamp comes on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position and goes off after the engine starts. This means that the warning light sys- tem is operating properly. If the lamp remains on, or the lamp comes on while driving, first check the following. D Empty fuel tank

If the fuel tank is empty, refuel immedi- ately.

D Loose fuel tank cap

If the fuel tank cap is loose, securely tighten it.

These cases are temporary malfunctions. The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after taking several driving trips. If the lamp does not go off even after several trips, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

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If the fuel tank is not empty or the fuel tank cap is not loose... D There is a problem somewhere in the engine, emission control system, elec- tronic throttle control system, automatic transmission electrical system or warn- ing light system itself.

Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. If engine speed does not increase when the accelerator pedal is depressed, there may be a problem somewhere in the elec- tronic throttle control system. At this time, vibration may occur. Howev- er, if you depress the accelerator pedal more firmly and slowly, you can drive your vehicle at low speeds. Have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. Even if the abnormality of the electronic throttle control system is corrected during low speed driving, the system may not be recovered until the engine is stopped and the engine switch is turned to “ACC” or “LOCK” position.

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CAUTION

(g) Low Engine Oil Pressure Warning

Light

Be especially careful to prevent erro- neous pedal operation.

if

control

system

inspection

Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) programs Your vehicle may not pass a state emission the malfunction indicator lamp remains on. Contact your to check your vehicle’s Toyota dealer emission and OBD (On−Board Diagnostics) system before taking your vehicle for the inspection. For details, see “Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) programs” on page 508
in Section 6. (f) Low Fuel Level Warning Light This light comes on when the fuel level in the tank becomes nearly empty. Fill up the tank as soon as possible. On inclines or curves, due to the move- ment of fuel in the tank, the low fuel level warning light may come on earlier than usual.

This light warns that the engine oil pres- sure is too low. If it flickers or stays on while you are driving, pull off the road to a safe place and stop the engine immediately. Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for assistance. The flicker when the engine is idling or it may come on briefly after a hard stop. There is no cause for concern if it then goes out when the engine is accelerated slightly. The light may come on when the oil level is extremely is not designed to indicate low oil level, and the oil level must be checked using the level dipstick.

light may occasionally

low. It

NOTICE

the Do not drive warning light on—even for one block. It may ruin the engine.

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the vehicle stability

light comes on when

(h) “ABS” Warning Light Vehicles without control system— The the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position. If the anti−lock brake system works properly, the light turns off after a few seconds. Thereafter, if the system malfunctions, the light comes on again. When the “ABS” warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the anti−lock brake system does not operate, but the brake system still operates con- ventionally. When the “ABS” warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the anti−lock brake system does not operate but the brake assist system still operates. In this case, the wheels could lock up during a sudden braking or braking on slippery road surfaces.

in

the following conditions If either of indicates a malfunction occurs, this somewhere the components moni- tored by the warning light system. Con- tact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. D The light does not come on when the turned to the “ON”

engine switch is position, or remains on.

D The light comes on while you are driv-

ing.

A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not indicate a problem.

CAUTION

If the “ABS” warning light remains on together with the brake system warn- ing light, immediately stop your ve- hicle at a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. In this case, not only the anti−lock brake system will fail but also the vehicle will become extremely unsta- ble during braking.

the

the

light comes on when

the system malfunctions,

Vehicles with the vehicle stability con- trol system— the engine The switch is turned to the “ON” position. If the anti−lock brake system and the brake assist system works properly, light turns off after a few seconds. Thereafter, if light comes on again. When the “ABS” warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the anti−lock brake system, the brake assist system, the traction control system and the vehicle stability control system do not operate, but the brake system still oper- ates conventionally. When the “ABS” warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the anti−lock brake system does not operate so that the wheels could lock up during a sudden braking or braking on slippery road surfaces.

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the following conditions If either of indicates a malfunction occurs, this somewhere the components moni- tored by the warning light system. Con- tact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. D The light does not come on when the turned to the “ON”

engine switch is position, or remains on.

D The light comes on while you are driv-

ing.

A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not indicate a problem.

CAUTION

If the “ABS” warning light remains on together with the brake system warn- ing light, immediately stop your ve- hicle at a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. In this case, not only the anti−lock brake system will fail but also the vehicle will become extremely unsta- ble during braking.

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D The light does not come on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position or remains on for more than 6 seconds or flashes.

D The light comes on or starts flashing

while driving.

If the light stays on, it indicates that the SRS driver and front passenger airbag system and/or front passenger occupant classification system and “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF” indicator lights have a problem. If the light flashes, the SRS side airbag system and/or curtain shield airbag system have a problem. The SRS warning light and “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light will come on if there is a malfunction in the front passenger occupant classification system.

(i) Open Door Warning Light This light remains on until all the doors are completely closed. (j) SRS Warning Light This indicator comes on when the en- gine switch is turned to the “ON” posi- tion. It goes off after about 6 seconds. This means the SRS airbags and seat belt pretensioners are operating proper- ly. The warning light system monitors the air- bag sensor assembly, front airbag sen- sors, side and curtain shield airbag sensor assemblies, curtain shield airbag sensor assemblies, driver’s seat position sensor, driver’s seat belt buckle switch, front pas- senger occupant classification system, “AIR BAG ON” indicator light, “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light, front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch, seat belt pretensioner assemblies, inflators, interconnecting wir- ing and power sources. If any of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction of the airbags or seat belt pretensioners. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

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(k) “VSC” Warning Light This light warns that there is a problem somewhere in the vehicle stability control system or traction control system. The light will come on when the engine switch is turned to “ON” and will go off after a few seconds. If the light comes on while driving, the system does not work. However, as con- ventional braking operates when applied, there is no problem to continue your driv- ing. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: D The warning light does not come on to

the engine switch

turned

is

after “ON”.

D The warning light remains on after the

engine switch is turned to “ON”.

D The warning light comes on while driv-

ing.

Two−wheel drive models only—The “TRAC OFF” indicator light will come on when the “VSC” warning light comes on even if the “TRAC OFF” switch is not pushed.

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(l) Low Tire Pressure Warning Light This light warns that the tire pressure of one or more of your tires (without the spare tire) low. The light comes on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position. It goes off after a few sec- onds. This indicates that the tire pressure warning system is functioning properly. If the warning light comes on, stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as pos- sible and check that the inflation pressure of all four tires is as specified on the tire and (See “Checking tire inflation pressure” on page 523 in Section 7−2.) The light should go off several minutes after the tire pressure is adjusted. If the warning light comes on after blink- ing for 1 minute, the tire pressure warning system may be malfunctioning. Contact your Toyota dealer. For details, see “Tire pressure warning system” on page 214 in Section 1−7.

information

loading

label.

(m) Low Windshield Washer Fluid Level

Warning Light

The light warns that the windshield washer fluid level is too low. Add washer fluid at your earliest opportunity. (For instructions, see “Adding washer fluid” on page 539 in Section 7−3.) (n) Engine Oil Replacement Reminder

Light (for vehicles sold in U.S.A.)

This light acts as a reminder to replace the engine oil. This light will come on when the engine switch is turned to “ON” and will go off after about a few seconds. When you drive for about 7200 km (4500
miles) after the engine oil replacement, this light illuminates for about 3 seconds and for about 12 seconds with the engine switch turned to the “ON” position. If you continue driving without replacing the engine oil, and if the dis- tance driven exceeds 8000 km (5000
miles), the light will come on after the engine switch is turned to “ON” position. The light will remain on thereafter.

then flashes

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the

If the light is flashing, we recommend that you replace the engine oil at an early opportunity depending on the driving and road conditions. light comes on, replace it as soon as possible. The system must be reset after the en- gine oil replacement. Reset the system by the following procedure: 1. Turn the engine switch to the “ACC” or the odometer details, see trip meters” on

“LOCK” position with reading shown. (For “Odometer and page 190 in this Section.) the engine switch

2. Turn

two

to

the “ON” trip

the

position while holding down meter reset button.

Hold down the button for at least 5 sec- onds. The odometer “000000” and the light goes off. If the system fails to reset, the light will continue flashing.

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(o) Third Seats Warning Light and

Buzzer

(p) Dynamic Laser Cruise Control Mas-

ter Warning Light

light and buzzer

“3RD SEAT” warning light (instrument cluster)— This light warns that the third seat opera- tion is not yet complete. Complete the third seat operation. For details, see “—Folding third seats” on page 98 or “—Stowing third seats” on page 101 in Section 1−3. Third seats warning (switch)— This light warns that the third seat opera- tion is not yet completed. When flashing—An object may be caught between the seat and seatback. When caught between switch is released during the operation. Remove then operate again. If nothing is caught when flashing, contact your Toyota dealer.

illuminated—An object may be floor or

the object and

the seat and

the

the dynamic

light comes on,

This light warns that there is a problem somewhere laser cruise in control system. The light will come on when the engine switch is turned to “ON” and go off after a few seconds. When the alarm sounds and the warning code will appear on the display. At this time, dynamic laser is cancelled. For details, cruise control see “Dynamic laser cruise control” on page 225 in Section 1−7. (q) Key Reminder Buzzer This buzzer acts as a reminder to remove the key when you open the driver’s door with the engine switch in the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.

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SERVICE

CHECKING REMINDER INDICATORS (except the low fuel level warning low windshield washer fluid level warning light) 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Open one of the doors.

and

The open door warning come on.

light should

3. Close the door.

The open door warning light should go off.

4. Turn the engine switch to “ON”, but do

lights,

not start the engine. All the service reminder indicators ex- cept the open door warning light should come on. The “ABS” and “VSC” warn- low ing tire pressure warning light, dynamic laser cruise master warning light and engine oil replace- ment reminder light go off after a few seconds. The SRS warning light goes off after about 6 seconds. (“TRAC OFF”, “READY” (dynamic laser cruise ready mode) indicator lights and slip indicator light also come on and go off after a few seconds.)

If any service reminder indicator or warn- ing buzzer does not function as described above, have it checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

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SECTION 1− 7

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Engine (ignition) switch, Transmission and Parking brake Engine (ignition) switch Automatic transmission Traction control system Vehicle stability control system Tire pressure warning system Parking brake Cruise control Dynamic laser cruise control

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